Source: OLG
Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) said it paid C$38,058,857 to 29 communities hosting gaming facilities for the quarter from 1 July to 30 September. The communities had received C$81,664,304 in OLG payments during its fiscal year to date, which runs from 1 April 2024 to 31 March 2025.
OLG’s payments distribute gaming revenue to communities hosting gaming facilities under its contribution agreement.
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Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation said it paid C$33,502,228 to 29 communities hosting gaming facilities for the third quarter, covering 1 October to 31 December. The communities received a total of C$115,166,532 in OLG’s fiscal year to date, which runs from 1 April 2024 to 31 March 2025.
OLG said it is making first-quarter payments totalling $42,414,746 to 29 communities hosting gaming facilities. The April to June payments follow the formula in its municipal contribution agreement.
Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation has introduced a requirement for online players under 25 to set deposit limits. Players can choose daily, weekly or monthly limits; OLG said its measure reflects research indicating younger adults may be more vulnerable to gambling-related harm.
OLG and Caesars Entertainment Windsor Limited began a new operating and services agreement for the Windsor casino on 3 March 2026. The agreement runs for close to 20 years, with Caesars continuing day-to-day operations; OLG will continue payments to Windsor, and Caesars must maintain current casino employment levels for at least 18 months.
The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation selected Caesars Entertainment to continue as service provider for Windsor Casino under a 20-year agreement. The deal follows a competitive procurement and takes effect in early 2026; OLG requires Caesars to retain current casino employees for at least 18 months.